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Dramatic Rescue After L.A. Tunnel Collapse Traps 31 Workers Underground

A partial collapse in a Wilmington sanitation tunnel left 31 workers trapped deep underground with only one way out. In a daring, Hollywood-style escape, the crew scrambled over debris to reach safety—none were injured. The tunnel is part of the $441 million Clearwater Project, a major effort to modernize L.A.’s aging sewage system and prevent future spills into the Pacific Ocean.

Eight L.A. County Cities Sue ICE Over Alleged Unconstitutional Raids

Los Angeles and seven other cities have joined a lawsuit against ICE, alleging that recent immigration raids violated constitutional rights and racially profiled residents. Filed in federal court with support from the ACLU and California Attorney General Rob Bonta, the case claims the operations have disrupted communities, caused millions in local costs, and fueled fear. City leaders say the raids reflect a broader political agenda of intimidation.

L.A.’s Fashion District Faces Collapse Amid Raids, Tariffs, and Economic Shifts

Once a bustling hub of immigrant entrepreneurship and local manufacturing, Los Angeles’ Fashion District is now struggling to survive. A mix of ICE raids, violent unrest, steep tariffs, and shifting global production models has decimated business and foot traffic in the area. With shuttered storefronts and shrinking opportunities, longtime vendors fear for the future of a neighborhood that once powered a vibrant, homegrown industry.

Lalo Alcaraz’s Viral “Summer of ICE” Painting Captures Immigration Fear in L.A.

After an undocumented ice cream vendor was detained in Culver City, L.A. cartoonist Lalo Alcaraz responded with a haunting painting that’s since gone viral. Titled Summer of ICE, the image shows an abandoned paleta cart and has become a national symbol of the fear gripping immigrant communities amid rising detentions. Now, the artwork is fueling conversation — and helping raise funds for the vendor’s family.

The Menendez Brothers Break Their Silence Ahead of Parole Hearing

After 35 years in prison for the 1989 murders of their parents, Lyle and Erik Menendez are speaking out publicly for the first time. In emotional statements ahead of their August parole hearing, the brothers express deep remorse, detail their traumatic upbringing, and reflect on decades of personal growth. With support from family members and unlikely allies, they could be released as early as this summer.

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